AnalysisThe Guardian World1 min read
‘Athens cannot operate as a giant hotel’: mayor vows to rescue capital from overtourism
The mayor's actions are crucial for preserving Athens' cultural heritage and ensuring sustainable urban development amidst rising tourist numbers.
- Mayor Haris Doukas warns of overtourism in Athens
- Over 8 million tourists visited Athens last year
- Short-term rentals have doubled in the Plaka district since 2018